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Itinerary for Jun 16 — Jun 21, 2013

Description: The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport, Arlington, just 1 mile from the Reagan National Airport, is within walking distance of many attractions such as the Crystal City Metro Station and 1 mile away from the Pentagon. The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport is also within a couple of miles of all Washington, D.C. attractions.

Description: The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport, Arlington, just 1 mile from the Reagan National Airport, is within walking distance of many attractions such as the Crystal City Metro Station and 1 mile away from the Pentagon. The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport is also within a couple of miles of all Washington, D.C. attractions.

Smoking policy: NoSmoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/APlease call hotel direct.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Two: Monday, June 17 - George Washington's Mount Vernon/Olde Town Alexan...

Breakfast: A buffet will be served at the hotel.

Morning: A visit to George Washington's home. Step into the 18th century and experience life as our founders' did. .Recent additions to the estate grounds include a state of the art Education Center and museum.

Lunch: Lunch at a local eatery in Olde Town Alexandria, Virginia.

Afternoon: Visit Olde Town Alexandria, Virginia - George Washington's downtown. As a young man, Washington surveyed Alexandria. Later, as President, he would incorporate this bustling colonial port into the new nation's capital city.

Dinner: Enjoy dinner on your own at one of the ethnic restaurants located within a block of the hotel.

Evening: No scheduled activities but the hotel's outdoor pool is available until 10 pm.

Description: The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport, Arlington, just 1 mile from the Reagan National Airport, is within walking distance of many attractions such as the Crystal City Metro Station and 1 mile away from the Pentagon. The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport is also within a couple of miles of all Washington, D.C. attractions.

Morning: A staff led exploration of Presidential monuments includes the neoclassical memorial to Thomas Jefferson and the more contemporary park devoted to Franklin Roosevelt.

Lunch: Take two hours to have lunch and explore the Smithsonian museum devoted to natural history.

Afternoon: Journey into the world of international espionage and intrigue. One of Washington DC's newest museums focuses on one of the world's oldest professions. Examine the secret history of history.

Dinner: Dinner will be at a local restaurant.

Evening: Staff led exploration of the World War II monument, America's memorial to what some have called its greatest generation.

Description: The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport, Arlington, just 1 mile from the Reagan National Airport, is within walking distance of many attractions such as the Crystal City Metro Station and 1 mile away from the Pentagon. The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport is also within a couple of miles of all Washington, D.C. attractions.

Morning: A U.S. Capitol building tour, visit to the Supreme Court and stop at the Library of Congress are on this morning's agenda.

Lunch: Lunch will be on your own on Capitol Hill.

Afternoon: Explore one, two or three Smithsonians at your own pace on this afternoon - the Air & Space, American Indian and National Gallery of Art are located within three blocks of each other so you decide where to spend your time.

Dinner: Enjoy a neighborhood dining experience.

Evening: No scheduled activity but hotel's outdoor pool is available until 10 pm.

Description: The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport, Arlington, just 1 mile from the Reagan National Airport, is within walking distance of many attractions such as the Crystal City Metro Station and 1 mile away from the Pentagon. The Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport is also within a couple of miles of all Washington, D.C. attractions.

Morning: Explore conflicts in American History as you participate in staff led visits to the Lincoln Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the Korean War Veterans Memorials.

Lunch: Lunch and time to explore the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History - scheduled to re-open this summer.

Afternoon: Explore Washington's newest learning facility, the 250,000 square foot Newseum - the interactive museum of news. Explore the First Amendment Gallery or any of the other topical galleries located on seven levels along Pennsylvania Avenue.

Morning: A wrap up activity at the hotel will be followed by an evaluation session. Check out is generally 12 PM, but luggage storage is available upon request if you wish to explore more of the city on your own.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Free Time Opportunities

Virginia

Mall/Smithsonian Free TimeMost of the potential free time is spent at the Smithsonian Museums or the National Mall area. Program staff will try to accommodate participant requests for transportation to un-scheduled activities. We will often have a drop off and pick-up in the National Mall/Smithsonian area for participants. Staff will also try to direct participants to the best method of public transportation.

Important information about your itinerary: Please know that while we do everything we can to finalize all aspects of our programs well in advance, there are logistics that occasionally must be altered. Our website will reflect the most recent information, and we are committed to providing you with final program details no later than eight weeks prior to the start of programs outside the U.S. and three weeks prior to the start of programs within the U.S. If you ever have questions about your program, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will be happy to assist you.

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